20 Fun Details About Robot Vacuum Deals
Top Black Friday and Cyber Monday Robot Vacuum Deals
If you've ever wanted to purchase a robot vacuum, now is the time. CNET's top-rated models are available for sale this Black Friday and Cyber Monday with savings of up to 57%.
The Roborock Q7 Max offers strong pressure and smart mapping, with apps-based no-go zones. its 180-minute runtime is impressive. It also automatically refills and self-empties its water tank.
1. Roomba j7+ from iRobot
The Roomba j7+ is iRobot's most advanced robot vacuum to date. Its biggest innovation, however, is its camera-based obstacle detection system. This uses AI to recognize objects such as charging cables and shoes. It's also the first robot vacuum cleaner best to automatically send you photos of any object it encounters to let you know to stay clear of it in the future.
The Combo J7+ is the best robot mop we've ever tested. It picks up dirt and spills effortlessly leaving no trace it was there. It's easy to control using the iRobot Home app which lets you schedule cleaning and create Keep Out Zones to ensure it doesn't vacuum areas you do not want it to. It's compatible with Alexa or Google Assistant so you can start and stop it by voice.
Its design is also superior to the rest and features a sleek, top piece that looks more like a toy robot than a loud, obnoxious one. And the Clean Base Automated Dirt Disposal System self-empties, which is great to reduce the time spent cleaning.
In our tests the j7+ was quick to pick up and remove dust dirt, pet hair and other particles. The counter-rotating rubber brushes kept the debris in place, rather than scattering it around the floor. It was able to capture small gravel, sand and even a tiny bit of grit. Most robots could not do this. It did all this without getting tangled in our pet's hair.
The j7+, though not as intelligent as the $1,217 Roomba S9and Self-Emptying Vacuum Robot from iRobot, and isn't able to clean the stairs, it's an option for those who need both mopping and vacuum. It's not costly and the iRobot App makes it simple to use.
The iRobot Home App is easy to use, but we found it less reliable than other robotic vacuums cleaner applications. It can take some time to download updates, and it's sometimes difficult to determine if they are functioning until you actually witness them in action.
2. Roborock Q5+
When you're looking for an automated vacuum cleaner that can do more than just clean floors, your most effective option is likely to be hybrid. This kind of robot usually has a built-in water tank which means they can vacuum and mop your house simultaneously. These bots also have many additional features like smart mapping, small object avoidance, and the ability to wash and re-dry mopping pads. They are expensive at retail, but they often lower prices on Black Friday or Cyber Monday.
Roborock is the manufacturer of some of our most loved robotic vacuum cleaner sale vacuums, and the Q5+ does not disappoint. It's their most affordable auto-empty model. While it doesn't have some of the features that are found on more expensive models (like no-go zones and multi-story memory) it's a great option if you're willing sacrifice a bit to save some hundred dollars.
The Q5+ is notably gentle around obstacles like table legs and walls and walls, which makes it a great choice for homes with lots of furniture. It's also very thorough in cleaning dust bunnies, which is a place where many cheaper robot vacuums often be a bit sloppy. The navigation technology in the Q5+ is fantastic too, with very little misses in corners and along walls.
Like other Roborock devices like the Q5+, the Q5+ can be controlled using a handful of buttons on the device or via the Roborock app. The app lets you start and stop cleaning. You can also set schedules, create virtual barrier and no-go areas, adjust your home map, or re-label the rooms.
If you select the Q5+ it comes with a new auto emptying dock that is designed to make this robot easier to maintain. Installing it requires a screwdriver but once it's installed emptying the bin can be accomplished with relative ease. It also has a large LCD display, which is nice to have when you're setting up schedules or altering settings. This isn't a necessary feature for most people but it can help you keep track of your robot's maintenance intervals easily.
3. Narwal Freo X Ultra
The Freo X Ultra is a well-rounded robot mop and vacuum that's incredibly smart in both its mopping and vacuuming capabilities. Its design is among the best in the industry however, it's costly.
Its base station looks good and hides it when not in use, and its dimensions are quite small. But the station's main selling point is how it automates numerous tasks and functions that other robots leave to you. It stores clean and dirty water, it electrolyzes and heats the water (which many other robots require you to do), empties the dustbin after vacuuming, and helps keep your robot clean and charged.
Its vacuuming capabilities are also impressive. It's the only robot vacuum I've tried that does a good job picking up dirt from floors that aren't. It's also not as loud as the more expensive Roomba 900 series or iRobot 980.
However, the Freo X Ultra has its shortcomings, particularly in terms of navigation. Its laser and LiDAR sensors aren't as reliable and reliable as other robovacs. This means it can get stuck or confused in certain areas or rooms of your home. It can't navigate stairs as well as some competitors, and it doesn't have a dock that allows you to set up an area for cleaning that is specifically designed for plush carpets.
The Freo X Ultra robot vacuum and mop is a great choice for those who need a robot vacuum that does it all.
If you're looking to save money or aren't averse to the limitations of the robot, there are many other options on the market. A lot of eufy models are substantially less. The eufy Qrevo Curv, for instance, is cheaper and offers a similar in-app experience with more features like stair climbing, a full-function dock, and better overall vacuuming performance on bare floors as well as high and low-pile carpets.
4. Eufy RoboVac G30
eufy is an Anker company that has a long history of creating robot vacuums that offer the perfect combination of features, performance, and price. The G30 Hybrid is no different it offers a high-quality cleaning of hard floors and carpets and mopping function too at a reasonable price. It's easy to setup simply by snapping one of the side brushes on, turn on and plug in the charging dock. The app will guide you through the steps to connect your G30 to your Wi-Fi. The dock must be placed near an outlet and have plenty of room to move.
The G30 is a compact device that measures 2.85 inches in height, which means it is able to fit under most couches and low-clearance pieces furniture. Its design is more subtle when compared to rival models. It is sleek with a black finish with three physical buttons for Auto Cleaning start/pause (which scrubs an area in a spiral pattern over two minutes), Recharge and Spot Cleaner. It is also possible to connect the G30 with Amazon Alexa or Google Home for voice commands to perform unscheduled cleaning.
The primary aspect that distinguishes the G30 apart from its competitors is the way it cleans. It uses a built-in map to create an image of the immovable objects in its path, remembering what it's already cleaned and where it can't access. It then returns to the base to recharge and then continues cleaning where it left off.
The eufy G30 has its flaws, though. The iRobot Roomba is better built and has lower monthly costs. It charges faster, has similar battery life and performs better on unfinished flooring or carpet with a low pile. It has a bigger dust bin, which does not require the same amount of emptying. It also has boundary strips that keep it from certain areas. The G30 is more affordable and simpler to maintain. Its smaller dust canister does not require emptying as often and it has less trouble with bulky materials such as cereal.
